In the United States, about 60 percent of men and 50 percent of women experience, witness, or are affected by a traumatic event in women) may develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)—a life-altering anxiety disorder. Once connected mainly with veterans of war, PTSD is now being diagnosed in many situations that cause extreme trauma such as rape, physical attacks or abuse, accidents, terrorist incidents, or natural disasters. The millions of family members of those who have PTSD also suffer, not knowing how to help their loved one recover from the pain. - Through the pages of Shock Waves, Cynthia Orange offers a practical, user-friendly guide for those who love someone suffering from this often debilitating anxiety disorder, whether that person is a survivor of war or of another harrowing situation or event. Cynthia is joined by her husband, a Vietnam Vet, who shares his own thoughtful, searing, honest experiences of living with PTSD. Cynthia and her husband are powerful examples of the transitions trauma can create and the transitions hope and love can inspire.